Why Pea Protein Is the Ingredient of Choice for So Many Food Brands

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Why Pea Protein Is the Ingredient of Choice for So Many Food Brands

What is pea protein? Here’s why the vegan ingredient, derived from the humble yellow split pea, is everywhere.  

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